SWIFT/BIC code KAOAFI21XXX
KAOAFI21XXX belongs to Kaustisen Osuuspankki in Kaustinen, Finland.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | KAOAFI21XXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | KAOAFI21 |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Kaustisen Osuuspankki |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Kaustinen |
| Country | Finland |
The way the Kaustisen Osuuspankki SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- KAOA Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- FI Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution is behind BIC KAOAFI21XXX?
KAOAFI21XXX identifies the headquarters of Kaustisen Osuuspankki in Kaustinen, Finland. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Kaustisen Osuuspankki.
What happens if I use KAOAFI21XXX incorrectly?
The payment may be delayed, returned or charged extra fees. Double-check KAOAFI21XXX against the details from Kaustisen Osuuspankki before sending.
What does each part of KAOAFI21XXX stand for?
KAOA is the institution code of Kaustisen Osuuspankki, FI stands for Finland, 21 is the location code and XXX means the main office.
What is the best way to send money to Kaustisen Osuuspankki?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare what you receive in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
Is KAOAFI21 and KAOAFI21XXX the same SWIFT code?
Yes, they are. KAOAFI21 is the 8-character version of KAOAFI21XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach Kaustisen Osuuspankki in Kaustinen.
Does Kaustisen Osuuspankki have only one SWIFT/BIC code?
Yes, KAOAFI21XXX is the single SWIFT/BIC code we have for Kaustisen Osuuspankki in Finland, so you do not need to pick a branch code.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.